Finishing off May in the Tri-Cities

May is coming to a close, but the action here in the V3H hasn’t. We have tracked down all sorts of events to check out. Read on to see what’s cooking in our backyard!

What:City Centre Off-Leash Area Open HouseWhen: Wednesday, May 26 from 4 – 8pmWhere: Innovation Centre – Fraser Room [map]The skinny: Join the City of Coquitlam for an Information Session on the selection of dog off-leash areas for the City Centre area. The City wants to hear your ideas and suggestions, so make your voice heard.More info: 604.927.6962 or mjollimore@coquitlam.ca

What:Family Play and Learn EventWhen: Wednesday, May 26 from 6 – 8pmWhere: Coquitlam Centre Mall [map]The skinny: Children aged 3 to 10 and their parents are invited to join Tri-Cities librarians at Coquitlam Centre Mall for free Family Play and Learn Nights. Imagine, play and learn through stories, songs arts and more. No registration required, please drop in to the Lower Level near London Drugs and Toy Jungle.More info: 604.464.1414 or 604.937.4142

What:101 DalmationsWhen: Wednesday, May 26 – Saturday, May 29, at 1 and 7pmWhere: Evergreen Cultural Centre [map]The skinny: Join all the dogs of London, as they daringly rescue the puppies from Cruella De Ville and her bumbling henchmen. With lovable characters, and one of the most evil villains in the Disney canon, this stage adaptation is certain to charm and delight. And with a highly expandable chorus, the stage could easily be filled with 101 performers to fit the bill!More info: 604.927.6555

What:Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation Charity Golf ClassicWhen: Thursday, May 27, with registration at 9:30am and shotgun start at 11amWhere: Swan-E-Set in Pitt Meadows [map]The skinny: Start with the Tim Horton’s Cruiser for that morning coffee, have lunch on the carts and finish with a big buffet dinner by the fantastic Chef at Swan-e-set! Arrive early to visit Callaway on the Range and sample the latest in clubs. Play 18 holes of golf, participate in contests and enjoy food samples on the course. Join the 260 golfers who support this tournament, raising money to buy critical equipment for Eagle Ridge Hospital.More info: 604.469.3128 or karen@erhf.ca

What:Bike Safety and Child IdentificationWhen: Thursday, May 27 from 6:30 – 8:30pmWhere: Community Police Station, 3312 Coast Meridian Road, Port Coquitlam [map]The skinny: Bring your bike to have it engraved with your identification. Bike safety information will be also be available. Children who are at the Community Police Station will have their finger prints taken for Child Identification.More info: 604.927.2383 or communitypolice2@shaw.ca

What:Best of BC Wines UncorkedWhen: Friday, May 28 at 7pmWhere: Port Moody City Hall Galleria [map]The skinny: The third wine tasting event that showcases new and current releases from top BC wineries and raises funds for the Port Moody Arts Centre. This season a number of exciting new wineries have confirmed their participation and we are now featuring over thirty of the best BC wineries as well as other local businesses and volunteers. Cheese and light snacks will also be provided.More info: 604.931.2008 or info@bcuncorked.ca

What:SubtopiaWhen: Exhibition runs May 28 – July 3, Opening Reception Sunday, May 30 from 4 – 5:30pmWhere: Evergreen Cultural Centre [map]The skinny: Kathy Tycholis’ and Carie Helm’s joint exhibition is a socially relevant art installation that comments on urban sprawl and the D.I.Y. culture of the suburbs. Tycholis and Helm work in a variety of media including sculpture, Haiku, 2D and audio art. An interactive map of the Tri-Cities will complete the exhibition highlighting specific locations of development in the area.More info: 604.927.6555

What:Harry Potters, 6-10 yearsWhen: Saturday, May 29 from 10 – 11amWhere: Inspiration Garden [map]The skinny: Kids will have fun creating a spring pot to take home and share with the family! All supplies included. Session presented by Living Art Landscape Design.More info: 604.927.4386 or kjohansen@coquitlam.ca

What:Mundy Road Country FairWhen: Saturday, May 29 from 11am – 3:30pmWhere: Mundy Road Elementary [map]The skinny: The Mundy Road PAC is fundraising for a new playground with an old time country fair, open to the public. There will be races, a bouncy castle, a bake sale, Gizeh Shrine Clowns, a guest appearance by the famous “Red” of Red Robin Restaurants, line dancing lessons and music supplied by Boone County Cabaret, a concession and many other games and events. As well there will be a marketplace where local vendors can show off their goods.More info: 604.936.4271 or dalene-schulz@shaw.ca

What: Spring Tea and Silent AuctionWhen: Saturday, May 29 from 12:30 – 3pmWhere: Eagle Ridge Hospital, Parklane Room [map]The skinny: The Eagle Ridge Hospital Auxiliary is holding a Spring Tea and Silent Auction. The tickets are $10.00 each and are obtainable from the Gift Shop. There will be tea and coffee and sandwiches, aw well as delicious desserts. Also a Silent Auction, 50/50 draw, bakeless bake sale and lots of door prizes. All money raised is used to supply patient comforts and equipment for Eagle Ridge Hospital.More info: 604.472.0500

What:Premieres of Thirteen and One GoalWhen: Saturday, May 29 at 12:30pm and 4pmWhere: Inlet Theatre [map]The skinny: The Young Actors Project’s year-end show, featuring two original one-act plays and two original movies presented on the big screen.

What:Bob NewhartWhen: Saturday, May 29 at 8pmWhere: Red Robinson Show Theatre [map]The skinny: Bob Newhartâ€™s career has spanned two successful television shows and fourteen feature films. He has sold millions of albums worldwide and his fans still flock to his live performances to hear such Newhart standards as “The Driving Instructor”, “Sir Walter Raleigh” and “The Submarine Commander”. As much success as Bob has enjoyed on television and in feature films, he has never strayed far from his first love of performing stand-up.More info: 280.4444

What:Como Lake Fishing DerbyWhen: Sunday, May 30 from 7am – 12pmWhere: Como Lake Park [map]The skinny: The Como Lake Fishing Derby is a free event for youth under 16 years of age. Hundreds of prizes are awarded each year, from the largest and smallest fish to the strangest catch of the day. The fishing derby attracts hundreds of children each year. As the children fish, parents are welcome to enjoy a pancake breakfast cooked by the Coquitlam Kinsmen Club.More info:admanager@tricitynews.com

What:Coffee House FundraiserWhen: Sunday, May 30 from 7-9pmWhere: Mackin House Museum [map]The skinny: Mackin House Museum is hosting a Coffee House fundraiser, with proceeds going to SHARE and the Coquitlam Heritage Society. John Hough and Andrea Law will feature music that draws on classic Canadian themes rooted in folk music. Come out and enjoy the fantastic acoustics our old house offers. Admission is by donation.More info: 604.516.6151 or info@coquitlamheritage.ca

What:Red Venus Blue TangoWhen: Sunday, May 30 at 8pmWhere: Evergreen Cultural Centre [map]The skinny: Red Venus Blue Tango covers an array of musical styles from Latin Pop with classical undertones to country, jazz and calypso and everything in between. The style is diverse but all encompassing. You want to dance and cry, but most of all celebrate the excellence of life and all it has to offer.More info: 604.927.6555